Like any investment, you want a vehicle wrap to last and maintain its value. Like a custom paint job, it requires regular maintenance and cleanings after installation and cannot be ignored. Cleaning your vehicle wrap properly and using caution when using cleaners and tools is the best way to keep it looking good. We’ve listed some typical blunders that people make when getting their car wrapped, along with advice on how to keep their new investment safe.
Using abrasive brushes when cleaning
Over time, abrasive cleaning products or brush-style car washes can cause the film edges to lift, crack, or take on a dulling appearance. To keep your vehicle wrap clean, hand wash it with a non-abrasive detergent and a fresh, cloth or soft sponge rather than using a brush-style car wash. Apply a waterless cleaner next. Waterless cleaning solutions can support preserving the film’s performance and gloss level. Make sure to give your car a wash approximately once in 15 days.
Power washing at an angle
Consider the angle at which you are directing the water spray onto your car when power washing. To prevent the wrap from lifting or tearing, hold the nozzle perpendicular and one foot away from the graphics. Hand washing is the recommended way to clean your vehicle wraps, though power washing is also acceptable. For difficult-to-remove contaminants, we advise soaking stains in warm, soapy water for some time while using a soft cloth to soften the residue. Wash your hands or use a power washer afterward, keeping a minimum of one foot between you and the graphics. Difficult contaminants can be challenging to eradicate and occasionally call for a more thorough approach.
Using unapproved cleaning supplies
Improper cleaning supplies usage can cause damage to your car wraps. Solvents, kitchen and bathroom cleaners, oil-based cleaners, oven cleaners, orange oil, and engine degreaser are among the cleaning products that are prohibited. Make sure the pH balance of the detergent is between 6 and 9.
Using extremely hot water
The vinyl used for the vehicle wrap will bubble and rise if the water is hotter than 140°. Maintaining the aesthetic appeal of your car wrap requires you to be mindful of every environment you expose it to. To ensure that your vehicle wrap lasts longer, keep it in a garage or carport. The horizontal surfaces, like the hood, roof, and trunk are the most susceptible.
Whether you have spot graphics, a wrap covering only parts of your vehicle, or a full wrap on your car, maintaining your vehicle wrap investment is crucial to its longevity. It’s not more difficult to take care of your freshly wrapped car than it is to take care of an unwrapped one. Maintaining your wrap’s excellent appearance over time requires regular cleaning, attention to the tools you use, and consideration for the environment you expose it to. It also shows that you can be proud of your car and your business. For car wraps with good vehicle graphics you can consult Warrington Signs Ltd